The Seneca County Coroner’s Office has wrapped up its investigation into the tragic November shooting in Tiffin that claimed four lives, including two young children, confirming all deaths were caused by gunshot wounds in a triple homicide followed by suicide.
The incident unfolded on November 19, 2025, in the 100 block of Huss Street when police responded to reports of shots fired around 6:24 p.m.
Autopsies, performed on November 21 by the Lucas County Coroner’s Office with Seneca County officials present, revealed:
Dustin Willey, 29: Died from multiple gunshot wounds to the head, neck, torso, and back – ruled homicide.
A 7-year-old boy: Multiple gunshot wounds to the head and neck – ruled homicide.
A 7-month-old infant: Single gunshot wound to the head – ruled homicide.
Ryan Eagon, 42: Single self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head – ruled suicide (toxicology showed presumptive positive for caffeine only).
Authorities described the event as stemming from domestic issues. The children’s mother was in the process of moving out and had enlisted Willey (father of the older child) for help, believing Eagon was out of town. Eagon unexpectedly returned, leading to the fatal confrontation in the driveway.
The mother, uninjured, carried her wounded children inside before emergency crews arrived. First responders transported victims to local hospitals, where three were pronounced dead; the 7-year-old succumbed later.
This devastating case highlights the dangers associated with domestic conflicts. Local resources for those experiencing domestic violence include Sisters in Shelter in Tiffin (567-205-8771) and national hotlines.
The Tiffin community continues to mourn the loss, with previous vigils held in remembrance. The full investigation is closed, with no further charges expected.
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TIFFIN, OHIO – December 22, 2025 – Downtown Tiffin has been granted National Main Street Accreditation for 2025 by the Ohio Main Street Program. The honor is presented through Heritage Ohio, the state’s coordinating body for Main Street America. Downtown Tiffin joined the Ohio Main Street Program back in 2015.
In a comprehensive full-day evaluation, Downtown Tiffin—operated as a division of the Seneca County Collaborative—showed strong proof of an impactful program delivering real results in downtown revitalization. To earn Accredited status, communities are required to meet strict national criteria, such as promoting community-led revitalization, building robust public-private collaborations, encouraging economic growth for small businesses and entrepreneurs, and preserving historic sites, spaces, and cultural resources.
This achievement highlights the commitment, vision, and effort of Downtown Tiffin’s board members, staff, and volunteers.
“This 2025 accreditation acknowledges the teamwork of local partners, volunteers, and stakeholders in advancing downtown revitalization and maintaining high organizational standards,” commented Molly Armstrong, chair of the Downtown Development Board.
Mayor Wilkinson added, “Earning National Accreditation via Heritage Ohio and the Ohio Main Street Program is a significant achievement for Downtown Tiffin. It demonstrates our community’s dedication and ongoing efforts to honor our heritage while creating a lively future.”
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TIFFIN — The Tiffin City School District has selected Greg Williamson to serve as interim superintendent, following a decision by the Board of Education at a special meeting on Monday afternoon.
Williamson was appointed on Dec. 22 and will take on the position from Feb. 1 through July 31, 2026, as stated in a district release. He is stepping down from his role as superintendent at Leipsic Local Schools, a position he has held since August 2012.
With extensive experience in educational administration, Williamson previously served in leadership positions at Findlay High School, McComb High School, and Glenwood Middle School in Findlay. His career in education started as a teacher at Old Fort High School.
Originally from Bettsville, Williamson is the father of two grown children. District leaders expressed enthusiasm for his guidance during this transitional phase, while the search for a permanent superintendent proceeds.
The appointment was made public by Board President Larry J. Kisabeth.
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TIFFIN, Ohio — Neighboring Tiffin Fire/Rescue Division is actively recruiting dedicated individuals to join their team as Firefighters with EMT or Paramedic certification.
The department highlighted exciting updates in a recent social media announcement, including a new 24/72 shift schedule designed for better work-life balance—24 hours on duty followed by 72 hours off—allowing more time at home while maintaining the same high level of community service.
Additionally, a new 10-year longevity scale means personnel can reach top pay faster than before.
Who Can Apply:
Lateral Applicants: Must hold Level II Firefighter certification and be an EMT or Paramedic. Bring your prior service credit to count toward longevity pay.
New Hires: Must have at least Level I Firefighter certification and EMT or Paramedic credentials. Applicants need to complete the National Testing Network exam and upload scores.
The Tiffin Fire/Rescue Division has proudly served the community since 1894, providing fire protection and emergency medical services. This is a great opportunity for qualified candidates in the region, including those from nearby Fostoria, to join a longstanding tradition of excellence.
Interested? Scan the QR code from the department’s post or visit the links above to learn more and apply today.
For questions, contact the Tiffin Fire/Rescue Division directly through their official channels. Good luck to all applicants! 🚒
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Emergency units are actively searching near Big Boy and Kroger gas station for a missing 14-year-old girl wearing a pink-purple sweatshirt and carrying a dog purse, prompting concern.
Transcript:
00:00
I just took a call.
00:02
Calling rights for a 14-year-old girl who refused to get in a car near Aldi.
00:06
Ran across the street.
00:09
Last seen behind Big Boy near Kroger parking lot going towards the gas station.
00:16
The girl was wearing a pink and purple sweatshirt carrying a dog purse.
00:23
It’s clear.
00:28
Oh nine, I do the voicemail.
00:32
You’re clear.
00:45
U.S. Route 23, 7.780.
00:48
U.S. Route 23 for no person.
00:49
Your time now, 1448.
00:55
Sam Tom, 2337, KSP, 2337, C.S.P.
00:59
2337. Say, all 18, kind of road 24.
01:04
I’m in the area of Kroger’s gas station.
01:11
What was that juvenile wearing?
01:15
Pink and purple sweatshirt, carrying a dog purse.
01:33
Rising Sun Fire, second tones for 7788, State Route 23, second tones 1452.
01:47
Does mom have any idea where she might go? Many stores open that she can walk into.
01:58
She didn’t say, but she is at Subway in the parking lot.
02:06
I’m back in from launch.
02:08
I’ll have that way.
02:09
So our last location was the end of the Kroger gas station.
02:16
Last known was behind Big Boy running towards the Kroger gas station.
02:22
Here, clear.
02:27
Go ahead and go straight to mom.
02:29
We’ll keep searching.
02:32
I’m just pulling in right now.
02:34
I’m going to speak with…
02:39
See if we can get a picture, Robert.
02:42
Oh, if he gets into his door and changes clothes.
02:45
We’ll know who he is.
02:52
Okay.
02:58
Go ahead.
03:01
I think we’d call back from her.
03:03
I’ve dropped that off with her husband.
03:08
Air clear.
03:15
24-7, checkup.
03:19
I’m fine. Hold on the job, if you could turn and hold, please.
03:26
What’s your name?
03:32
The daughter’s name is Jasmine.
03:34
I’m going to be behind Krogerneck.
03:43
You’re clear.
03:49
I need to revise your locations.
Disclaimer:
This transcript was automatically generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify the information independently.
Location mentioned:
Seneca County, OH
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TIFFIN Around 2:15 AM NOV 29 2025 Seneca County Fire & Ems was dispatched to CR 6 for a report of a vehicle on fire. The victim was transported to the hospital.
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A quiet residential neighborhood in Tiffin, Ohio, was shattered Wednesday evening by a horrific murder-suicide that left four people dead, including two young children. The incident, stemming from apparent domestic issues, has deeply shaken the small community about 50 miles southeast of Toledo.
Tiffin Police Department officers responded to reports of gunshots and screaming in the 100 block of Huss Street around 6:30 p.m. on November 19, 2025. Upon arriving at the home, authorities discovered a scene of unimaginable tragedy.
Inside the residence, police found an adult man and two male children suffering from gunshot wounds. A woman, who was physically uninjured but described as “visibly traumatized” and in a state of shock, was also present. Tragically, one child and an adult were pronounced dead at the scene, while the second child was transported to a hospital but later succumbed to his injuries.
Outside the home, officers located another man with a gunshot wound believed to be self-inflicted, who also died.
Authorities have identified the deceased as:
Ryan Eagon, 42 (the woman’s husband and suspect)
Dustin Willey, 29 (father of the oldest child)
A 7-year-old boy
A 7-month-old infant
According to police investigations, the woman – who is the mother of both children and is not being named to protect her privacy – was in the process of removing belongings from the home due to ongoing domestic disputes. She had arranged for Willey to assist her while believing Eagon was out of town for work. The children were initially outside during this time.
The situation escalated when adults heard the oldest child screaming. They discovered Eagon in the driveway, who then allegedly chased Willey, firing multiple shots. Eagon proceeded to fatally shoot both children before firing additional rounds at Willey and ultimately turning the gun on himself.
Tiffin Police Chief David Pauly called the event “horrific and heartbreaking,” noting that the community is unaccustomed to violence of this magnitude. “As a community, we are not accustomed to events of this horrific and heartbreaking nature in Tiffin,” Chief Pauly said in a statement. “I ask that all residents keep the victims’ families in their thoughts as they face unimaginable loss.”
Tiffin Mayor Lee Wilkinson echoed the sentiment, describing the incident as a “tragedy” that has “deeply shaken our entire community.”
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation is leading the probe, with autopsies scheduled by the Seneca County Coroner and a forensic pathologist from the Lucas County Coroner’s Office.
Law enforcement has urged the public to respect the privacy of the surviving mother and affected families during this devastating time. Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.
Sources: Tiffin Police Department, 13ABC, CBS News Pittsburgh, and local reports.
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On November 19, 2025 at approximately 6:24 p.m., officers from the Tiffin Police Department were dispatched to the 100 block of Huss Street following a report of gunshots and sounds of screaming. Upon arrival, officers entered the residence and located four individuals inside. An adult male and two male children suffering from apparent gunshot wounds, and an adult female who was physically uninjured but clearly in state of shock, overwhelmed and visibly traumatized.
The adult male and one of the children were pronounced deceased at the scene. Officers immediately began lifesaving measures on the second child. The Tiffin Fire & Rescue Division transported both the child and the mother to Mercy Hospital. Tragically, despite every effort by first responders and medical personnel, the child later succumbed to his injuries.
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Outside the residence, officers located an additional adult male deceased from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Based on the evidence collected thus far, the incident is being investigated by the Tiffin Police Department as a homicide/suicide.
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The scene was secured by Tiffin Police officers and detectives, and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation was requested to process the residence. Detectives from the Tiffin Police Department, in partnership with BCI Crime Scene agents, remain actively engaged in processing evidence and conducting interviews. This investigation is ongoing.
Out of respect for the families affected, the names of the victims will not be released until proper notifications have been made.
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As a community, we are not accustomed to events of this horrific and heartbreaking nature in Tiffin. I ask that all residents keep the victims’ families in their thoughts as they face unimaginable loss. I also ask that our community keep the responding officers, firefighters, dispatchers, emergency medical personnel, and all others involved in their thoughts as they continue to process the emotional toll of this tragedy.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available and as the investigation allows.
Tiffin, OH – June 29, 2025 – Residents of Tiffin West Apartments, located at 1746 W Market St., Tiffin, Ohio, are voicing their frustration with Millennia Housing Management, LTD, over deplorable living conditions, including overflowing trash, leaking roofs, black mold, and unpaid invoices. The once well-maintained complex has deteriorated significantly in recent years, leaving tenants grappling with health hazards and unresponsive management.
A History of Decline
A resident since 2011, recalls a time when maintenance requests were addressed within days and rent was affordable at $425 per month. Today, her rent has surged to $724, while maintenance has all but ceased. “Five years ago, maintenance orders just stopped getting done,” she said. The death of the dedicated maintenance worker, Donnie, two years ago marked a turning point, with conditions worsening rapidly.
One tenant in Building 1726 D received a plastic tarp from management to cover a mold-filled attic.
Picture of a roof in need of replacement.
Last year a cat had kittens inside the overhang.
Health and Safety Hazards
Multiple residents shared harrowing accounts of unsafe living conditions. A tenant for nearly two years, described moving into an unclean apartment with trash, roaches, a broken stove cord, and a garbage disposal that remains inoperable. The carpet, reeking of cat urine, was never replaced, and management promised rent deductions for repairs that never materialized. Another faced late fees and eviction threats after complaining about overflowing trash and a leaking roof, which management covered with a cheap tarp two weeks ago.
Another resident, an ADA tenant who has lived at Tiffin West for 20 years, detailed a litany of issues: a front door with gaps allowing daylight to stream through, leading to high electric bills; carpet tacks protruding through the floor, posing a hazard; and a garbage disposal broken for three years, emitting a persistent gas odor. His gas hot water heater provides only 5-10 minutes of hot water and makes alarming popping sounds, likely due to mineral buildup. Broken door knobs, unprovided furnace filters, and a damaged soffit allowing squirrels and birds to enter further compound his struggles.
A younger resident reported a dangerous carbon dioxide (CO2) leak in late 2024, deemed unsafe by the fire chief. A professional later identified an oversized water heater and a slow CO2 leak from a dryer, yet repairs were delayed for 28 days. She has been unable to secure rent assistance due to management’s failure to process paperwork, despite living in the complex for two years with unfulfilled promises of repairs.
Systemic Neglect and Unpaid Debts
The complex’s issues extend beyond individual units. Nine units lack functioning air conditioners, and Building 1740 suffers from persistent roof leaks. Overflowing dumpsters have become a health hazard, with the complex owing over $7,000 in unpaid garbage collection fees, according to The Fostoria Free Press. A couple was relocated to a new unit after ceiling water damage went unaddressed, only for the ceiling to collapse, exposing black mold everywhere—posing a severe risk to their pregnant daughter who was present at the time.
Millennia Housing Management has been unresponsive, with residents and reporters unable to reach the company for comment. The office remains locked, with windows covered in paper, despite a new manager reportedly being spotted on-site on June 13, 2025.
Broader Context of Mismanagement
Millennia Housing Management, an Ohio-based company managing thousands of HUD-subsidized rental units, has faced widespread criticism for substandard living conditions. The company and its CEO, Frank Sinito, are under investigation following a federal raid on Sinito’s home in October 2024, with no charges filed as of June 2025. HUD has barred Millennia and Sinito from new federal contracts until March 2029 due to financial mismanagement, and the company is reportedly selling off its affordable housing portfolio.
Tenants across Millennia’s properties, including Forest Cove Apartments in Atlanta, have reported similar issues, such as mold, rodents, and structural failures, leading to condemnations and relocations. Housing advocates argue that HUD has failed to hold Millennia accountable, often redirecting tenant complaints back to the company without independent investigation.
A Call for Accountability
Residents of Tiffin West Apartments are demanding immediate action to address the hazardous conditions and restore habitable living environments. From black mold and leaking roofs to unpaid invoices and unresponsive management, the tenants’ pleas echo a broader call for accountability from both Millennia Housing Management and HUD. As the company shifts focus to market-rate properties, tenants fear their concerns will continue to be ignored, leaving them in a state of neglect and uncertainty.
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ATTICA, OH | North Central Electric (NCE) is calling on its members to reduce electricity usage following a severe storm on June 18, 2025, that caused an AEP transmission issue affecting the cooperative’s service territory. The failure, outside NCE’s control, has impacted three of its 12 distribution substations, covering about one-third of the area. AEP has estimated a minimum two-day repair timeline as of 4:53 PM CDT today, June 19, 2025.
Currently, NCE is backfeeding power from other substations, but the cooperative has reached its maximum output, limiting its ability to adjust power distribution. With rising temperatures expected to increase demand, NCE is asking members to help stabilize the system by shedding load. Suggested actions include limiting air conditioner use, slightly raising thermostat settings, delaying the operation of large appliances like washers and dryers, and turning off unnecessary power sources. Members with home generators are encouraged to use them when possible.
Failure to reduce demand could force NCE to implement load shedding, a measure the cooperative aims to avoid. While backfeeding is a valuable feature of NCE’s system, it’s not designed for prolonged high-level use. NCE is collaborating with AEP to expedite repairs and restore full grid capacity, urging community support to benefit all members during this challenging period.
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